Corpus Christi was a wonderful day.  Thanks to all who helped with the procession.  Also thanks to those who arranged for the tents, the tables, the fish and the snowballs. It was a bright sunny day for those who proclaimed the Real Presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist! … [Read more...]

Feast Day Mass at St. Henry’s Church Saturday, July 9 at 3:00 p.m. Followed by a party at Grits (on the corner of Lyons and Annunciation) until 7:00 p.m. Featuring food, snowballs, soft drinks, beer & water Music by the J. Monque’D Blues Band Admission is FREE … [Read more...]

May 30, 2016 As Americans, on Memorial Day we remember those who died in the service of our country. And as Catholic Americans, we also reflect on the meaning of true freedom and thank God for the Church which proclaims the way to the fullness of that freedom. One reason why we are willing to fight and die for freedom is because the need for freedom is imprinted into our very nature. This is why we fight for it for others. God of power and mercy, you destroy war and put down earthly pride. Banish violence from our midst and wipe away our tears, that we may all deserve to be called your sons and daughters. Keep in your mercy those men and women who have died in the cause of freedom and bring them safely into your kingdom of justice and peace. We ask this though Jesus Christ our … [Read more...]

On Saturday, June 4, 2016, at 10:00 AM at the St. Louis Cathedral, Archbishop Aymond will ordain Patrick Richard Carr, Paul Anthony Clark, David Michael Ducote, Francis Nguyen Dzung, Francis Uzochukwu Offia and Kenneth Sims Smith to the Priesthood for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. You are cordially invited to attend both ceremonies. A reception at the Old Ursuline Convent will follow. Rev. Patrick Carr will celebrate his First Holy Mass as a Priest at 10:30 am next Sunday here at St. Stephen’s Church! … [Read more...]

The 18th Annual Mother’s Day Rosary Crusade for Life will be held on Saturday, May 7th, 2016 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. starting with Mass at St. Angela Merici followed by an adoption testimony by Debbie Shinskie, Director of the Respect Life Office of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, and ending with Eucharistic Adoration, Rosary & Benediction.  Archbishop Gregory Aymond and Fr. Beau Charbonnet will be the celebrants.  This prayer event is sponsored by the Archdiocesan Sidewalk Counseling and Prayer Ministry, a ministry of the Respect Life Office of the Archdiocese of New Orleans.  All are welcome.  For more information, please call Pam Richard at (504) 460-9360 or (985) 809-0773." … [Read more...]

On Sunday May 1, 2016 at 3:00pm at St. Joseph Church (because the Cathedral is undergoing work on the AC), our parishioners Becky Brocato, Mark Fayard and Kathy Fayard were awarded the Order of St. Louis IX Medallion by Archbishop Aymond. The Order of St. Louis IX award was established more than 40 years ago to honor those members of the laity who have contributed their time and talents to the church. Even if you don’t know Becky, Mark and Kathy, you surely know of their work! They are all active in our ministry to the poor both at the Rebuild Center and here in our ministry to our neighborhood poor. Mark and Kathy and their children regularly pray the Rosary at 11:00 am on Saturday at the abortion clinic on General Pershing and Magnolia, and Mark is our volunteer webmaster. “Whatsoever … [Read more...]

The Catholic Foundation is seeking nominations for the Pope John Paul II Award. The award is presented annually to an outstanding Catholic layperson(s) or permanent deacon who resides in the Archdiocese of New Orleans and who exhibits inspirational examples of Christian stewardship. This year’s award will be presented at The Catholic Foundation’s Annual Dinner held at the Hilton Riverside on Tuesday, November 19, 2013. Award nominees should be a practicing Roman Catholic with an outstanding record of volunteer service in the Catholic Community, high moral character, volunteer board memberships and exemplary values. A nomination form is available on The Catholic Foundation website (www.archdiocese-no.org/catholicfoundation). Nominations should be no longer than three pages in length. All … [Read more...]

Here is a simple prayer that has been attributed to Pope Francis, which he wrote as a Cardinal.  It’s called the “five finger prayer guide. “ The thumb is the closest finger to you. So start praying for those who are closest to you. They are the persons easiest to remember. To pray for our dear ones is a “sweet obligation.” The next finger is the index. Pray for those who teach you, instruct you and heal you. They need the support and wisdom to show direction to others. Always keep them in your prayers. The following finger is the tallest. It reminds us of our leaders, the governors and those who have authority. They need God’s guidance. The fourth finger is the ring finger. Even that it may surprise you, it is our weakest finger. It should remind us to pray for the weakest, … [Read more...]

From the Office of Evangelization: As part of the ongoing promotion of the Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy, the Office of Evangelization would like to catechize and further explain the Jubilee Indulgence. The Indulgence can be obtained by walking through the Holy Door at St. Louis Cathedral, or by visiting the other specially designated pilgrimage sites listed below. In addition to a pilgrimage, the Jubilee Indulgence may also be obtained through participating in the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. Whether one walks through the Holy Door, goes on pilgrimage, or participates in a Work of Mercy, it is necessary to receive Holy Communion, participate in the Sacrament of Reconciliation, and pray for the Holy Father within three days to receive the grace of the … [Read more...]

On Palm Sunday, March 20, 2016, Fox will broadcast a live modern-day depiction of Christ’s passion from Woldenberg Park in New Orleans. It will broadcast live from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM and will include a procession of a 20’ illuminated cross through the French Quarter to Woldenberg Park. We, as the Archdiocese of New Orleans, will be helping to promote participation and viewership of the event within our #NOLACatholic community. They are nticipating a crowd of 30,000 to gather along the procession route and in the park! To participate in the procession and to register for free  tickets to Woldenberg Park, please go to thepassion.com/participate. In addition, The Office of Communications, Catholic Youth Youth and Young Adult Ministry Office, Office of Evangelization, Ecumenical Officer Fr. … [Read more...]